If the non-response to the marches against the Iraq war in 2003 confirmed a disabling political cynicism in many people, today we witness the political fruits of two decades of aggression in the Middle East and its fallout.

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Tom Nairn: The beginnings of a new and undisguised american unilateralism has led many to suggest global forms of justice. But peace may only be achieved by overcoming the impasse of nationalisms in the region

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Space and time are being reconsidered at the Arena Project Space. A celebration: 150 Arena magazines put to press. Newly reinvigorated library space. A rotating bookcase as door. Assisted by: Drink Nibbles Chat Talks An informal and breezy event, a gathering of minds, a thankyou to all the work — past, present,…